How Software Testing Can Contribute To Communication

Bad tests can lead to hours of wasted development time and poor code quality due to unclear expectations, incorrect assumptions, and lack of communication among team members. The article shares an example from a real-life project where a poorly written test led to a 24-hour delay in resolving the issue, highlighting the importance of writing clear, descriptive, and accurate tests that convey the expected behavior of the code. The author emphasizes that good communication skills are crucial in remote teams, where asynchronous communication can lead to misunderstandings and delays. By writing tests that clearly describe how the code works and guard the interface correctly, developers can mitigate such issues and ensure high-quality code that meets the team's expectations.